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December 12, 1961
The Chronicle
Pascagoula, Moss Point, Jackson County, Mississippi
What is this article about?
In Kreole, tavern operator Travis Cain was charged with shooting with intent after firing warning shots in a brawl, injuring patron William Rufus Osborn. Cain released on $2000 bond; Osborn in good condition at hospital. Hearing scheduled Wednesday.
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Kreole man shot in tavern brawl, operator charged
Shooting with intent charges have been filed against a Kreole tavern operator after a brawl Saturday night.
Sheriff James Ira Grimsley said Travis Cain, operator of Eunice and Travis' Place, was released on $2000 bond Sunday.
William Rufus Osborn, 61, of Wilson Avenue, Kreole, was reported in good condition at noon Monday in Singing River Hospital.
Hospital authorities said Osborn was shot in the right arm and suffered lacerations of the face by a bullet which ricocheted. He was taken to the hospital by a Jackson County Mortuary ambulance.
Grimsley, who said the tavern has been closed, said Cain told him a fight started among a group of patrons. He quoted Cain as saying he got the gun to fire warning shots to break up the fight.
Grimsley said Cain fired three times. Cain suffered a minor laceration in the fracas but was not hospitalized.
A hearing is scheduled Wednesday.
Shooting with intent charges have been filed against a Kreole tavern operator after a brawl Saturday night.
Sheriff James Ira Grimsley said Travis Cain, operator of Eunice and Travis' Place, was released on $2000 bond Sunday.
William Rufus Osborn, 61, of Wilson Avenue, Kreole, was reported in good condition at noon Monday in Singing River Hospital.
Hospital authorities said Osborn was shot in the right arm and suffered lacerations of the face by a bullet which ricocheted. He was taken to the hospital by a Jackson County Mortuary ambulance.
Grimsley, who said the tavern has been closed, said Cain told him a fight started among a group of patrons. He quoted Cain as saying he got the gun to fire warning shots to break up the fight.
Grimsley said Cain fired three times. Cain suffered a minor laceration in the fracas but was not hospitalized.
A hearing is scheduled Wednesday.
What sub-type of article is it?
Crime Story
What themes does it cover?
Crime Punishment
What keywords are associated?
Tavern Brawl
Shooting Incident
Warning Shots
Charges Filed
Ricochet Injury
What entities or persons were involved?
Travis Cain
William Rufus Osborn
James Ira Grimsley
Where did it happen?
Kreole, Jackson County
Story Details
Key Persons
Travis Cain
William Rufus Osborn
James Ira Grimsley
Location
Kreole, Jackson County
Event Date
Saturday Night
Story Details
Tavern operator Travis Cain fired warning shots during a brawl at Eunice and Travis' Place, accidentally injuring patron William Rufus Osborn in the arm and face. Cain was charged with shooting with intent and released on bond; the tavern was closed.